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David Ramsey, MD has been a Pediatrician since 1977. He received his undergraduate degree from Texas Tech University where his dad had been the first All American football player. He then attended UTMB in Galveston, where he also completed his pediatric residency. His first practice was in Humble, Texas where, over a period of nine years, he experienced the practice growing from three doctors to seven, and an office staff of 22 employees. However, the Hill Country and the Lord called him to Georgetown to start a practice here. You can find Dr. Ramsey in the First Presbyterian Church Choir or promoting the health of our youth in several capacities. Dr. Ramsey loves golf and other outdoor activities. Most weekends though, you can find him working in the yard maintaining a beautiful landscape. He is married to Cathy and has three children, two of them married and one beautiful granddaughter with one on the way.
Jeff Pickens, MD joined Chisholm Trail Pediatrics in October of 2005.  Graduating from UTMB in 1988, he and his family have moved back "home" after 15 years in Utah.  Kathryn Hart, Jeff's wife, is a Family Practice physician who loves birding and reading.  Jeff and Kathryn have one son, Benjamin, who enjoys art, reading, swimming, and Lord of the Rings.  Off duty , you might find Jeff sailing or enjoying a Dr. Pepper.  Jeff is honored to be a part of Chisholm Trail Pediatrics and the Georgetown community.
Tinku Davis MD joined Chisholm Trail Pediatrics in March 2008. Tinku was born and raised in India and she completed her medical education at Kottayam Medical College in India. She's been a Texan since her marriage in 2002. She completed her pediatric intership at Driscoll Children's Hospital, Corpus Christi and two years of Pediatric Residency at UTMB Children's Hospital, Austin. Tinku lives in Austin with her husband Sajan, who's an advisory sofware engineer with IBM. They have a sweet baby girl, Leah. Tinku loves traveling, reading, shopping, photography, and spending time with her family.
Susan Amos is a Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner who joined the staff at Chisholm Trail Pediatrics on July 5, 2005. Susan earned her BSN from Texas A&M - Corpus Christi and her MSN from UTMB-Galveston. She was born and raised in Canada and her family still resides in the province of Nova Scotia. Susan's earlier days as a Registered Nurse provided her with a wealth of experience, which began in a small community in the Canadian Arctic. She worked her way south to Texas where she met and married her husband. Susan has spent the last six years practicing as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in the state of South Carolina. She has worked in Pediatric Neurology as well as Primary Care. Susan enjoys playing her Tuba and walking with her dogs. She and her husband enjoy cycling and gardening, and are delighted to be back in Texas.
Linda Elsesser celebrated being an R.N. for 36 years this past May. She has worked with Dr. Ramsey since 1995. Linda is married to a wonderful Aggie, Stephen. They recently celebrated their 30th wedding anniversary. Linda and her husband have two daughters who are both Aggies. Linda enjoys arts and crafts, sewing, antiques, gardening, and supporting the fighting Texas Aggie spirit.
Rhonda Fedor graduated in 1993 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Healthcare Administration from Southwest Texas State University. Prior to coming to CTP in December of 2002, she was the practice manager for "'Specially for Children" at the Children's Hospital of Austin for six years. She is now the office manager of CTP and heads up the billing and collections for the practice. Rhonda was born and raised in Georgetown. She is married to her high school sweetheart, Stephen, and they have a son, Brandon. Rhonda and Stephen have recently moved to the "country" where Stephen has his business - The Woodshop.

Heidi Burgert joined the team at Chisholm Trail Pediatrics in October 2006. Many of Heidi's prior employment positions have allowed her the opportunity to work with or around children. She has previously worked at a pediatric office in Round Rock. She also has seven years experience in the public school systems, teaching students with special needs, as well as an assistant director in a childcare center.

Heidi, her husband Reb, and their three children, Alexa, Madison, Brett moved to Georgetown in 2003. Heidi and Reb stay extremely busy supporting their teenagers in all of their extra curricular and school sporting activities, to include fast pitch softball, cross country and track, football and baseball. In her "spare" time, Heidi also enjoys beading and creating jewelry pieces with her small business, Blings and Things.

Roni Sassenhagen started working with the crew at Chisholm Trail Pediatrics in January 2007. Before coming on board, she worked at a pediatrics office in Round Rock for four years.

Roni moved to Round Rock in 1998 where she currently resides with her husband, Abel, her two boys, Darin and Benton, and the family pets, Pita and Sammie, their fluffy cats. When Roni's family is not busy playing games, spending time outside and visiting our extended family members, she enjoys arts and crafts.

She is also a beauty consultant with Mary Kay cosmetics. Roni actively assists her current customers while continually expanding her business with new clientele.

Shiela Otte has been a certified medical assistant since 1999. Prior to CTPD, she was with Capital Pediatric Group in Austin for six years and has now been with CTP since September of 2006.

Growing up, Shiela's family moved around between Colorado, New Mexico and Utah. She came to Texas in 1993. Sheila lives in Leander with her daughter, Caryna.

Shiela enjoys camping, hiking, and anything outdoors. Most of all she enjoys spending time with her family.

Kara Hurtado is a Certified Medical Assistant who has worked at Chisholm Trail Pediatrics since 2001. Kara was born and raised in Liberty Hill where she lives with her husband, son and daughter. She enjoys riding horses, swimming and camping with her family. Kara is well known by the children and their families for her smiling face.
Jennifer joined Chisholm Trail Pediatrics in December 2007. She has medical experience in ENT, Dermatology, and Urgent Care. She loves working with children and is know to our patients as the "sticker lady." She has been married for 14 years to her husband Mike and lives in Georgetown with her two sons, Clayton and Tyler. She is very active with her children in school and sport activities. She loves helping with class parties and watching her kids play flag football and basketball. Her boys keep her busy along with their two horses, dog, fish, and pet turtle.
Virginia Rodriguez mother of three. Born and raised in San Benito, Texas. Came to Georgetown 4 years ago. She has been in the medical field for about 16 years. Enjoys going to the movies, family bar-b-ques, fishing, and shopping with family.
 
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